1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint weights approximately 3 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2007 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Sprint | Ka |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
